LGBTQ+ elders have faced various forms of discrimination, stigma, and social exclusion throughout their lives due to their gender identity or sexual orientation. These experiences can be traumatic,...
The portrayal of queer aging challenges societal perceptions of beauty, vitality, and purpose because it subverts traditional ideas about what is considered beautiful and desirable in society. In...
How do aging LGBTQ+ individuals resist or internalize narratives of decline and irrelevance?
This is an important question that many people face as they grow older, but it can be especially...
The elderly population of LGBTQ+ individuals is often ignored and their specific needs are left unattended to. This leaves them vulnerable to discrimination and neglect from both family members and...
Loneliness is a common problem faced by many individuals today, particularly those who identify themselves as LGBTQ+.
For older adults, this issue can be even more significant due to their lack of...
Queer communities have long been marginalized for their nonconformist sexualities and gender identities. As such, they often face unique challenges related to aging that go beyond those experienced...
Many countries around the world have laws that discriminate against members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer community based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
These...
What is the relationship between social isolation and mental health among LGBTQ+ elders?
Social isolation has been linked to an increased risk of depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, and...
Structural Barriers Increase Social Isolation and Psychological Distress Among LGBTQ Elders
LGBTQ elders face unique challenges when it comes to aging. They may have experienced discrimination...
Social isolation is a common phenomenon among elderly people, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Older LGBTQ+ individuals may be especially vulnerable to feelings of...